A Person Who Is Receiving Tests to Confirm a Diagnosis

question 5

Multiple Choice

A person who is receiving tests to confirm a diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease is preparing for a computerized tomography (CT) test. The patient becomes restless and is unable to follow the pre-examination directions given by the personnel. As the nurse who is assisting the patient, your best action at this time is to:

• A)Tell the patient that refusing to cooperate will require having to return another day.
• B)Give the patient the written instructions.
• C)Take the patient to a quiet waiting area until it is time for the CT scan.
• D)Make certain that the patient is tightly strapped to the examination table during the test.

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